Apple inc. (20240338104). Displaying a Contextualized Widget simplified abstract
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Displaying a Contextualized Widget
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Inventor(s)
Thomas G. Salter of Foster City CA (US)
Anshu K. Chimalamarri of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Bryce L. Schmidtchen of San Francisco CA (US)
Devin W. Chalmers of Oakland CA (US)
Displaying a Contextualized Widget - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240338104 titled 'Displaying a Contextualized Widget
The abstract describes a drive unit for driving a load, such as a centrifugal compressor or a pump, which includes multiple electric motors connected to a driving shaft and variable frequency drives connected to the power grid to feed each motor.
- The drive unit consists of multiple electric motors and variable frequency drives.
- The electric motors are connected to the driving shaft.
- The variable frequency drives are electrically connected to the power grid.
- The technology is designed to efficiently drive loads like centrifugal compressors or pumps.
- The use of multiple electric motors and variable frequency drives allows for precise control and energy efficiency.
Potential Applications: - Industrial applications requiring precise control of loads. - HVAC systems for buildings. - Water treatment plants. - Manufacturing processes.
Problems Solved: - Energy inefficiency in driving loads. - Lack of precise control over load speed. - Limited adaptability to varying load requirements.
Benefits: - Energy savings. - Improved performance and control. - Reduced maintenance costs.
Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Drive Unit for Industrial Applications" This technology can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, HVAC, and water treatment, where precise control and energy efficiency are essential. The market implications include cost savings, improved performance, and reduced environmental impact.
Prior Art: Readers can start searching for prior art related to this technology by looking into patents or publications related to electric motor control systems, variable frequency drives, and industrial drive units.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in electric motor technology, variable frequency drives, and energy-efficient drive units to enhance the performance and efficiency of industrial processes.
Questions about Drive Unit Technology: 1. How does the use of multiple electric motors improve the efficiency of driving loads? 2. What are the key advantages of using variable frequency drives in a drive unit system?
Original Abstract Submitted
a drive unit for driving a load, like a centrifugal compressor, a pump, or the like, comprising a driving shaft, is connected to the load to be driven. the drive unit comprises a plurality of electric motors connected to the driving shaft and a plurality of variable frequency drives electrically connected to the power grid (g) used to feed each electric motor.
